WHITTIER – The Friends of the Whittier Library will have collectible items for auction the month of February at the Whittier Public Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave.

Books include: “Uncle Wiggley in the Country,” 1940; “Clemens of the Call, Mark Twain in San Francisco,” 1969; “The Primary Plan Book Spring,” 1912; “Look At the Harlequins,” a first edition by Vladimir Nabokov; “Peck’s Bad Boy Abroad,” 1905; “Whittier: A Calender of Events in the Making of a City,” 1942; “Esoteric Christianity,” 1902; “Once Upon an Island,” limited edition about early Balboa Island, and more.

These items are ranked in fair to excellent condition. Minimum bids are posted with the books displayed in the case. Bidding is now open and will close at noon Feb. 28.

Auction proceeds are used for the purchase of library materials, equipment and activities such as special children’s programs and after-school activities. For information, call (562) 464-3452.

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